Travel PICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU
- Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

• Specialty:
  PICU
  - Pediatric Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric ICU position requiring NJ or compact licensure and 2.5 years of acute care experience.

• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
• PICU setting with patient ratios of 1:1-2 that may vary based on census and acuity
• Patient population includes adolescents, infants, and pediatric patients
• Floating required within skillset to PICU, NICU, Peds, Stepdown, Intermediate units, and PHOC (Pediatric Hematology Oncology Clinic)
• Every other weekend work requirement
• EPIC charting system experience required

• Active NJ or Compact RN license required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS required; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2.5 years of acute care experience, with PICU experience preferred
• Experience with ventilator management, CVVH, and vaccine administration
• Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• CRRT and ICP monitoring experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred

• Provide critical care nursing to critically ill pediatric patients, including complex medical and surgical cases such as congenital heart disease, post-operative cardiothoracic care, respiratory failure, sepsis, and trauma
• Work within a 20-bed high-acuity PICU alongside on-site pediatric intensivists and a multidisciplinary care team
• Peds-friendly scrub top with navy blue bottoms required
• Must work or provide on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former employees of the health system must be separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-768559. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Pediatric ICU

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.